Black Instrumental Christmas Music to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
Looking for some Black instrumental Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit? Look no further! Check out our top picks for the best Black instrumental Christmas music to get you in the holiday mood.
Up-tempo Songs
If you’re looking for some Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit, look no further! Here are some of our favorite black Christmas songs that are sure to get you moving. From classics like “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” to more modern hits like “All I Want for Christmas is You,” these songs will have you feeling the holiday cheer in no time.
“Christmas Time Is Here” by Vince Guaraldi Trio
This holiday classic from the Vince Guaraldi Trio’s A Charlie Brown Christmas has a warm, up-tempo feeling that is perfect for getting you into the holiday spirit. The song features a fantastic piano melody, grounded by a driving bass line and some drum fills to keep things interesting. The overall feeling of the song is joyous and festive, making it a great choice for your holiday playlist.
“Linus and Lucy” by Vince Guaraldi Trio
Formally known as “Christmas Time is Here,” “Linus and Lucy” is probably the most popular and recognizable holiday song on this list. The queasy, stop-start syncopation of the melody perfectly encapsulates the excited anticipation that characterizes the lead-up to Christmas day, while the gently rolling piano figures evoke snowflakes gently falling through the air. It’s no wonder that this tune has been used in countless holiday commercials, TV shows, and movies over the years.
“Sleigh Ride” by The Ronettes
This song was released in 1963 by American girl group The Ronettes and was written by Phil Spector, Linda Laurie, and Andrew Gold. The song peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has been a holiday staple ever since.
Ballads
Christmas music is such a big part of the holiday season. There are so many different types of Christmas music, but one of my favorites is black instrumental Christmas music. It’s perfect for getting you in the holiday spirit. It’s also great for Christmas parties and other holiday gatherings.
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” by Nat King Cole
“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” is a Christmas song written by Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. It was first sung by Judy Garland in the 1944 MGM musical Meet Me in St. Louis.
The song’s opening verse is as follows:
Have yourself a merry little Christmas
Let your heart be light
From now on, our troubles will be out of sight
“The Christmas Song” by Nat King Cole
One of the most popular and enduring Christmas songs of all time, “The Christmas Song” was written by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells in 1944. Nat King Cole recorded the song in 1946, and his version became an instant classic. The song has been covered by many artists over the years, but Cole’s version is still the best-known and most beloved.
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” by Bing Crosby
This song is about a soldier who is fighting in World War II and is homesick. He talks about all of the things he will do when he gets home for Christmas. “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” was written by Kimberley Gannon and Walter Kent. It was first published in 1943.
Jazz Songs
There’s nothing quite like some good Christmas music to get you in the holiday spirit. And what better genre of music to get you in the spirit than some good old black instrumental Christmas music? Here are some of the best jazz songs to get you in the holiday spirit.
“Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” by Frank Sinatra
One of the most famous and well-loved takes on this classic Christmas carol, Frank Sinatra’s “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” is a holiday staple. A true icon of American popular music, Sinatra’s version of the song is instantly recognizable, with its swinging jazz arrangement and lighthearted vocal performance. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face and get you in the holiday spirit, this is one Christmas song that you’ll never tire of hearing.
“White Christmas” by Frank Sinatra
“White Christmas” is a song by American singer and actor Frank Sinatra. It was written by Irving Berlin in 1940 as a wish for a white Christmas. The song was released as a single on October 30, 1947 by Columbia Records. It was released as the B-side to the song “The Things We Did Last Summer”. The single peaked at number two on the Billboard charts in December 1947. “White Christmas” has been covered by many artists, including Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, and Nat King Cole.
“Winter Wonderland” by Ella Fitzgerald
“Winter Wonderland” is a popular song written in 1934 by Felix Bernard and Richard B. Smith. It was a hit in 1945 for country music singer Red Foley and has been recorded by numerous artists since then, including Ella Fitzgerald, Dolly Parton, and even Miles Davis. This version by Fitzgerald is from her 1960 album Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas and is one of the most popular recordings of the song.
